South Capitol Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A neoclassical building with columns, flags, and a clear sky.
A grand neoclassical building with a large dome and columns.

Stay near popular South Capitol attractions

State Capitol Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in State Capitol Museum during your travels in Olympia. Savour the lively bars and cosy cafes while in town.
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Activities

Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

AU$136
per adult
Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park
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Our pick of the best South Capitol Hotel Deals

Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound

Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound

3.5 out of 5
20500 Old Highway 99 SW Centralia WA
The price is AU$356 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$356
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Centralia. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a water park and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Kind staff at check in."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound
FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont

FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont

3 out of 5
1609 McNeil St. Dupont WA
The price is AU$147 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$147
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dupont. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,588 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont
Little Creek Casino Resort

Little Creek Casino Resort

3.5 out of 5
91 W State Route 108 Shelton WA
The price is AU$233 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$233
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Shelton. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
"Muy buen hotel"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Little Creek Casino Resort
Ramada by Wyndham Olympia

Ramada by Wyndham Olympia

2.5 out of 5
4520 Martin Way E. Olympia WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$176 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$176
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olympia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,281 reviews)
"The property is nice but is undergoing renovation. The water pressure in the shower (and toilet) could stand to be stronger. The shower stall door was hard to close. The staff was helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Olympia
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lacey – Olympia by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lacey – Olympia by IHG

2.5 out of 5
4460 3rd Ave SE Lacey WA
The price is AU$194 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$194
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lacey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,289 reviews)
"None"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lacey – Olympia by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tumwater - Olympia

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tumwater - Olympia

3 out of 5
4600 Capitol Blvd. SE Olympia WA
The price is AU$228 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$228
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Olympia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Hotel was above average, but the hotel staff was not as helpful. Many times the desk was unmanned. The breakfast had the bare minimum and we constantly had to ask for coffee to be refilled. The pool was closed, so we could not use it. The hotel was quiet and our stay was fine. We would stay here ..."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tumwater - Olympia
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Our guide on where to stay in South Capitol

Find the best South Capitol areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large government building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.
Photo by Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor and Convention Bureau
Open Photo by Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor and Convention Bureau

Downtown Olympia

If you're spending some time in Downtown Olympia, Hands On Children's Museum and Olympia Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

A lake surrounded by forested hills and a residential area.

Eastside

While Eastside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hands On Children's Museum and Olympia Farmers Market.

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Northwest Olympia

Northwest Olympia might not have many top sights, but Olympia Farmers Market and Hands On Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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South Westside

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Westside and surrounding area, you can visit Washington State Capitol and Olympia Farmers Market.

A theater with a neon sign, a mural, and a staircase.

Downtown Historic District

When in Downtown Historic District, you can plan a visit to Hands On Children's Museum and Olympia Farmers Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Capitol Travel Guide

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